I have a 2000 Olds Bravada. It Roars - and not in a good way!
The sound is coming from the front left drivers side. I was told by a mechanilc that it was the tires - so I spent close to 400 on new tires only to drive "roaring" out of the parking lot with a frown on my face. It gets so loud that a person walking on the grass as I went home turned around to see what was coming. I'm afraid for my safety but don't have a clue what it could be. Has anyone had this problem or have an educated guess as to what it might be? I would be eternally greatful if you'd let me know - so I can try something before I go to the poor house. Many Thanks - Carla - PS I get jerked around a lot because of my gender and am hoping that the people here are not like that.

Can you give any more information about this roar? Is it at low speeds, high speeds, or does it follow the engine throttle?

When does the roar sound the worst? Does it get better when you turn corners, use the brakes etc...???

Also, how long have you had the vehicle, and have you ever driven it when there was no roar?

The roar is new - I bought the suv used and it had been wrecked before I got it. Also a different model motor was put in it but the motor seems to be ok. Except today after getting the new tires - there is a squeal which could be the (fan belt?) maybe. I've had the car about a year.

the speed doesn't matter when it roars - when I turn the wheel to the right as I'm driving the roar stops but when I turn the wheel back to the left it comes back. I can feel vibration under my feet.

I wish I could check the vin number to see what's it been through but It's $20.00 to do that for one car.

I think the roar lightens up when I slow down or break. It may have somehting to do with mashing on the pedal?

sorry I'm wrong it keeps roaring even when the pedal is not mashed.

Have you tried switching in and out of 4WD? Does it make a difference to the sound?

If 4WD does not have an impact on the roar, I would be having a look at my wheel bearings...

Anyone have a proper procedure for checking wheel bearings on a 4x4?

Thank you - I'll try checking out the wheel bearings and let you know.

Thank you for your help, it IS the front wheel bearing assembly on the drivers side. So now I just have to find one. I appreciate that you took the time to read and reply to my post.

Your local parts store should have the part- if they don't, the dealer will-

Glad you figured it out-

Andrew

Thank you for helping me with this - I've found the part too.

Glad to hear! Let us know how it sounds after

It sounds great! Smooth as a baby's butt.............thanks all - now I just have to balance those tires and I'll be good to go